Hexokinase

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Hexokinase Structure
Hexokinase structure
Common Name Hexokinase
CAS Number 9001-51-8 Molecular Weight N/A
Density N/A Boiling Point N/A
Molecular Formula N/A Melting Point N/A
MSDS Chinese USA Flash Point N/A

 Use of Hexokinase


Hexokinase is a glycolytic enzyme hexokinase that is inhibited by n-acetylglucosamine. Inhibition of hexokinase by n-acetylglucosamine leads to its separation from the mitochondrial outer membrane, resulting in activation of NLRP3 inflammasome[1].

 Names

Name Hexokinase
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 Hexokinase Biological Activity

Description Hexokinase is a glycolytic enzyme hexokinase that is inhibited by n-acetylglucosamine. Inhibition of hexokinase by n-acetylglucosamine leads to its separation from the mitochondrial outer membrane, resulting in activation of NLRP3 inflammasome[1].
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References

[1]. Wolf AJ, et al. Hexokinase Is an Innate Immune Receptor for the Detection of Bacterial Peptidoglycan. Cell. 2016 Jul 28;166(3):624-636.  

 Chemical & Physical Properties

Appearance of Characters powder
Storage condition 2-8°C
Water Solubility Soluble in water.

 Safety Information

Personal Protective Equipment Eyeshields;Gloves;type N95 (US);type P1 (EN143) respirator filter
Hazard Codes Xi
Risk Phrases 36/37/38
Safety Phrases 26-36-24/25
RIDADR NONH for all modes of transport
WGK Germany 3

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 Synonyms

MFCD00131321